Layered Mediterranean Tuna Spread Food

SIMPLE TUNA SPREAD

Steps:

• In a bowl, combine cream cheese and salsa; stir in parsley and onion. Fold in tuna. Refrigerate until serving. Serve on bread, snack rye or crackers.

EASY TUNA SPREAD

Steps:

• Line 2-cup metal bowl or mold with plastic wrap.
• Place all ingredients in blender or food processor. Cover and blend on high speed until smooth. Spread mixture in bowl.
• Cover and refrigerate 2 hours. Carefully unmold onto serving plate.

LAYERED MEDITERRANEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Make the cucumber layer: Drain the yogurt in a coffee filter-lined sieve set over a bowl for 1 hour.
• Put the cucumber in another sieve, sprinkle it with the salt, and let it drain for 1 hour.
• Pat the cucumber dry between paper towels and transfer it to a bowl.
• Stir in the yogurt, garlic, and salt and pepper, to taste, and combine the mixture well.
• Set aside Make the bean layer: Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.
• Add the onion, garlic, oregano, and cook, stirring, until softened.
• Add the wine and simmer until reduced by 1/2.
• In a food processor, puree the beans and the onion mixture with the broth and season with salt and pepper.
• Transfer the mixture to a bowl and chill.
• Make the tuna layer: In a bowl toss together the tuna, onion, olives, parsley, vinegar and olive oil.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Assemble the salad: Spread the bean puree in the bottom of a trifle bowl, top with the tuna mixture, and spoon the cucumber mixture over the top.
• Chill covered, for at least 3 hours or overnight.
• When ready to serve, sprinkle the top with the garnish and serve.
• From Gourmet (via Sara Moulton).